Mathare Women Condemn Homa Bay Violence, Urge Restraint for 2027 Elections
Women from Mathare have condemned the violence in Homa Bay and called for restraint among political actors ahead of the 2027 elections.
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Women from Mathare have condemned the violence in Homa Bay and called for restraint among political actors ahead of the 2027 elections.
Mothers in Huruma and Mathare have staged a protest against the abduction of youths in their areas, blocking vehicles from entering the Parliament building.
A woman from Kenya has been recognized for shattering the glass ceiling for female football administrators, having been Kenya’s first female professional footballer in Europe.
In Mathare, young mothers widowed before the age of 25 due to crime and violence are receiving support from groups. These initiatives aim to help them rebuild their livelihoods and overcome grief and trauma.
A Kenyan court has directed three agencies—Ipoa, KNCHR, and the DCI—to conduct parallel investigations into the disappearance of four men from Mathare, requiring them to submit progress reports.
A 25-year-old climate activist is making a significant impact, transforming textile waste into job opportunities and reusable sanitary towels, driving change from within Mathare to the UN.
In Nairobi’s Mathare settlement, a Kenyan psychologist and a Chinese content creator are empowering women to inspire children to pursue their dreams.
High Court demands answers from Witness Protection Agency over witnesses fearing for their lives.

The first TEDx conference took place at the international school run by the Italian NGO Still I Rise, located on the outskirts of the Mathare slum in Nairobi, Kenya.
One person was killed and several injured in Mathare, Kenya, during protests sparked by growing anger over alleged enforced disappearances of youths.